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February 19 2022

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Courtney Rogers

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Fit Feb with Miko + Mollie: Week 3

Written By Courtney Rogers - February 19 2022

Welcome to another week of #fitFeb!

Each week this February we are sending you one of our favourite exercises, one of our favourite healthy recipes, a healthy habit to try, a mental health tip and of course, our favourite activewear so that you can jump on this train and experience the benefits for yourself!

If you missed the last one head over to our blogs to catch up! 

And as promised, we have a special offer for you TODAY ONLY to help you get in the fit and active mood! Take 10% off any activewear when you purchase two pieces in one transaction, 15% when you purchase any 3 and 20% off when you purchase 4 or more! No codes required, the discount will apply automatically in your cart once you've added your items as long as no other codes, credits or discounts are active in the cart! 

So get yourself some fresh new activewear and get active! Includes sale activewear! Woooooo!!

Lots of love

Courtney, Dani, Sally, Lily and Ebony xx
We’ve already learned how to do an effective squat and push up, activating a huge range of muscles from our legs all the way up to our back, chest and arms! Now it’s time to add some core work to your routine and really isolate those abs. And one of the best ways to do this is on a fit ball! As the guys from Mind Pump will tell you, you get a bigger range of motion on a fit ball meaning your abs get a better work out than a crunch on the floor would do!

But make sure you listen to their tips so that you ensure your abs are doing the work (and getting the benefit), not your hips, glutes and legs! We’ve already worked those! This one is for your abs!

The guys said, if you’re doing these correctly, you will only be able to do 15-20 of these! We can all fit time into our day to do 15-20 of these can’t we?! We recommend starting your routine off with 15-20 of these and then finishing your routine with another 15-20. That gives your abs a nice little break to recover (not forgetting they are definitely engaged while doing squats and push ups too but the isolated work is much harder. You’ll feel it a lot more so some separation between sets is a good idea).

Check out the Mind Pump video here.

These should have you well on your way to a strong core and a strong, fit body when coupled with healthy eating and regular exercise!
Our recipe of the week is one of my faves from Aussie legend, Donna Hay: Broccoli, spinach and coconut soup!

Soups are an amazing, low-cal alternative to traditional meals. If you’re struggling with your diet, switching out regular dinners for great soups 2-3 times per week will really help. Especially if you’re eating fresh, healthy salads for lunch! We will bring you one of our faves next week to add to the routine!

Click here for the full recipe.
Our healthy habit of the week is: STRETCHING!

A lot of us sit or stand for long periods throughout the day and forget to get our backs moving! This 2 minute back stretch routine is quick and easy to do, can be done anywhere and will help ease lower back pain and tension, as well as prevent it in the future if done regularly! Try to get into the habit of breaking up your day with these quick stretches.

Check out the quick, 2 minute routine here, thanks to the team at Bowflex. Your back will thank you for it!

Our mental health tip of the week is to LEARN HOW TO DEAL WITH STRESS. Don’t avoid it, don’t ignore it, deal with it! That’s the only healthy way to address stress.

The University of Michigan Health Science department has these tips for managing stress:

“Like it or not, stress is a part of life. Practice good coping skills: Try One-Minute Stress Strategies, do Tai Chi, exercise, take a nature walk, play with your pet or try journal writing as a stress reducer. Also, remember to smile and see the humor in life. Research shows that laughter can boost your immune system, ease pain, relax your body and reduce stress.”

The one minute stress strategies are an amazing resource! Have a read and try to implement these strategies when you feel stressed.

The Very Well Mind website (photo credit) also has some great breathing techniques. Check those out here.

It’s also key to be self-aware and identify what is causing you to feel stressed at the same time so taking time out to do that and relieve the stress with these tips is a great positive change you can make for your mental health.
We are obsessing over the brand new PE Nation arrivals this week! All designed to be worn together and the fresh new knit and leggings are perfect for those early morning walks or pilates!
Take 10% off any activewear when you purchase two pieces in one transaction, 15% when you purchase any 3 and 20% off when you purchase 4 or more! No codes required, the discount will apply automatically in your cart once you've added your items as long as no other codes, credits or discounts are active in the cart! This includes a further 10-20% off brand new PE Nation just added to sale this week too! Snaffle them up while you still can and take advantage of those extra savings! Give your active wardrobe a real boost and let your new outfits motivate you to get active and healthy! It really works!
We are obsessed with this whole new 'fit - for fun or active!
The weather is starting to cool down and we're pulling our logo sweats out!
The PE Nation Comeback Sports Bra and Legging are nice firm pieces to supoprt you during your active routine!
Get up to 20% off a great range of PE Nation jackets TODAY ONLY! They pair so perfectly with everything and will make sure you're always warm during your warm ups and cool downs!

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